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Upcoming Events in Brenham
Brenham
“The Trip to Bountiful”
Feb. 6-23
Unity Theatre, 300 Church St.
This American classic is a touching play about the profound idea of “home” and what that really means to us.
Patsy Cline Tribute Concert
Feb. 14
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
This amazing Grand Ole Opry member was the original star of the hit musical, “Always, Patsy Cline,” at the Ryman Auditorium. The long-running show got rave reviews and sold out nightly.
Fortnightly Club Used Book Sale
Feb. 17-22
Washington County Expo , 1305 E. Blue Bell Road
Shop a wide selection of gently used donated books, tapes, and vinyl records. Proceeds from this huge book sale benefit Brenham’s Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library.
“The Originalist”
Feb. 27-March 9
Unity Theatre, 300 Church St.
When a bright, liberal, Harvard Law School graduate embarks on a clerkship with conservative Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, she discovers him to be both an infuriating sparring partner and an unexpected mentor. This critically acclaimed drama depicts two polar opposite and passionate people risking heart and soul to defend their version of the truth.
Riders in the Sky in Concert
March 15
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
A hilarious celebration of classic Western music, these two-time Grammy winners are also members of the Grand Ole Opry and in the Western Music Hall of Fame. They have won many other awards, released 40 albums, and often appear in TV shows and movies.
“Embraceable Me”
March 27-April 6
Unity Theatre, 300 Church St.
Meet Edward and Allison. He is smart, shy, and quirky, and she is sexy, dramatic, and vulnerable. Join them on their journey as they embark on a comic and passionate “he said, she said” adventure that spans the 20-year relationship of these unlikely friends.
10 Minute Play Fest
March 28
Dr. W. W. O’Donnell Performing Arts Center, 600 Blinn Blvd.
Join the Blinn College-Brenham Theatre Arts Program for an evening of original 10-minute plays designed to inspire, enlighten, and entertain audiences.
Aggieland Orchestra in Concert
March 29
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
Since 1923, Texas A&M band students have kept alive that big band beat, featuring the sounds of Tommy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, and others like them. This group gets no academic credit for their time, but they do get the pleasure of playing great music.
The Isaacs in Concert
April 12
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
Hear a joyful Easter concert with tight family harmonies on bluegrass, blues, folk, country, and gospel sounds. Performers are Grand Ole Opry members, in the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and winners of nine Dove Awards.
Maifest
May 2-3
Fireman’s Park, 901 N. Park St.
Maifest, held the first weekend in May, celebrates Brenham’s German heritage with a lively parade, junior and senior coronations, and traditional German food, music, and drinks. As one of the oldest festival in Texas, Maifest has been held annually since 1881.
7 Bridges in Concert
May 10
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
Sing along to one brilliant Eagles hit after another with Eagles tribute band 7 Bridges. These magnificent musicians often play for very large audiences across the country.
“Top of the World, A Carpenters Christmas”
Dec. 20
The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.
Experience a beautiful Christmas show, musically and visually, combined with the unforgettable pop hits of the Carpenters. The eight-piece band of world-class musicians is fronted by Debbie Taylor, whose vocal resemblance to the great Karen Carpenter is astonishing.